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AI & Crypto Integration - Google's "Agent Payments Protocol" (AP2) is an open standard enabling AI agents to make payments across platforms and crypto rails [1] - The protocol builds on A2A & MCP, aiming for seamless communication between agents and real-world data [2] - The industry anticipates a surge in attention around AI within the next 12 months [3] Key Players & Their Roles - MetaMask is potentially integrating agents into their wallet to enhance user experience [1] - Ethereum is highlighting its intent to embrace AI [1] - Coinbase, via x402 (Coinbase/Base), supports payments with cards, bank transfers, local methods, and crypto [2] - EigenDA aids in validation and verification processes [2] - Crossmint provides flexibility for agents to use fiat or crypto [2] - Mysten Labs (Sui infra) could see a deeper Sui AI agent rollout [2] - Mesh provides infrastructure connecting wallets, exchanges, and tokens [2]